Find out how popular the first name Calaeb has been for the last 8 years (from 2000 to 2007) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Calaeb by gender

Based on the last 8 years of data, Calaeb is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2007, there were 5 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Calaeb.

The history of the first name Calaeb

The name Calaeb is a variant spelling of the Hebrew name Caleb, which has its roots in the ancient Middle Eastern culture and language. The name is derived from the Hebrew word "kelev," which means "dog" or "faithful companion." It is believed to have originated around the 13th century BCE and was borne by a biblical figure, Caleb, who was one of the Israelite spies sent by Moses to scout the Promised Land.

In the Book of Numbers from the Hebrew Bible, Caleb is portrayed as a courageous and faithful follower of God, who, along with Joshua, was among the only spies who encouraged the Israelites to trust in God and conquer the land of Canaan. As a reward for his loyalty and faith, Caleb was granted the territory of Hebron as his inheritance.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Calaeb can be found in the Geneva Bible, a influential English translation of the Bible published in 1560. The name appears in several other notable historical texts, including the King James Version of the Bible (1611) and John Milton's epic poem, "Paradise Lost" (1667).

Throughout history, there have been several notable individuals who bore the name Calaeb or its variations. One of the earliest recorded figures was Calaeb Davenport (1593-1677), an English Puritan minister and one of the founders of the Colony of New Haven in present-day Connecticut, USA.

Another notable bearer of the name was Calaeb Lowry (1753-1825), an American surveyor and soldier who fought in the American Revolutionary War and later served as a colonel in the Virginia Militia.

In the 19th century, Calaeb Saunders (1817-1894) was an American politician who served as a member of the United States House of Representatives from North Carolina between 1859 and 1861.

More recently, Calaeb Barnes (born 1992) is an American professional basketball player who has played in various leagues around the world, including the NBA G League and in Australia.

Calaeb Jones (born 1997) is a current American football player who plays as a defensive back for the Denver Broncos in the National Football League (NFL).

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